Average Pet Lifespans

Average Pet Lifespans

Dogs

Parrots

25-80 years

10-15 years

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Cats

Turtles

10-30 years

13-17 years

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Humans

Tortoises

Small Birds

25-100+ years

77.5 years (U.S.)

7-15+ years

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Cats

Generally, the life expectancy of a cat is slightly longer than that of a dog. Household cats average 13 to 17 years or more. The oldest cat, Creme Puff, lived to 38.

Source: PetMD

Turtles

Turtles' lifespans really depend on what kind of turtles they are, but the average is around ten to 30 years. For example, according to PetMD, the mud turtle lives about 10-15 years, while the mata mata's listed ages are 40-75 years.

Source: PetMD

Small Birds

Small birds like budgies can live anywhere between seven and 15 years, and even up to 20. With proper care, finches can live for five to ten years, and canaries longer yet.

Source: PetMD

Tortoises

Tortoises are very well-known for their potential to live for over a century. Depending on the kind of tortoise, they can often be expected to live anywhere from 25 to more than 100 years old.

Source: PetMD

Dogs

Depending on the breed, the average life expectancy for dogs ranges from about 10 to 15 years, with the smaller dogs averaging a slightly longer life than larger ones.

Source: PetMD

Humans

As of 2022, according to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), the average human life expectancy in the United States was approximately 77.5 years.

Source: CDC

Parrots

A larger parrot can be expected to live for a while; 25-50 years, says PetMD. However, according to the NHES (National Humane Education Society) and interviewed experts, larger parrots like macaws and cockatoos might live up to 80 years.

Sources: PetMD, NHES